Floyd Bennett Field Photo Gallery

The 14-year restoration of the C-97G "Angel of Deliverance" took place at Floyd Bennett Field and culminated with a brief re-opening of runway 6

Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • A C-97G aircraft made a noteworthy departure from Floyd Bennett Field's Runway 6, utilizing its 5,000 feet of pavement and an obstacle-free path over water.
  • The Historic Aircraft Restoration Project (HARP) operates at Floyd Bennett Field in Hangar B, serving as a working restoration facility for historic aircraft and encouraging public interaction.
  • Floyd Bennett Field's terminal and control tower were undergoing a rehabilitation project, with a planned reopening to the public in November 2017.
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C-97G gets ready for departure

Jeremy King

Jeremy King is a senior editor for Plane & Pilot. You can also find him on Substack.
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